Route details

Come out of the stable-block and turn left and cycle towards the gates, cross the road and go through the wooden gate into Sparrow Park, cycle along the path. To cross the motorway bridge please dismount. Then follow the cycle waymarkers.

Look out for the orchards on your left as you cross the road into Sparrow park. This is one of many orchards at Killerton which cover over 50 acres (20ha) and are home to 98 different varieties of apples.

To cross the motorway bridge please dismount. From there please follow the cycle waymarkers.

This small thatched cottage was the village post office, serving Killerton house and the local community until the 1950s. The cottage has a beautiful garden with rose borders and herb and vegetable plots. The post office is open to visit from 1 April to 30 October Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, 2 to 5pm.

Follow the waymarkers, which are clearly posted on the track. Just before you reach Broadclyst village you'll pass Clyston Mill.

The historic water-powered mill is in a picturesque setting by the river Clyst, surrounded by farmland and orchards. Grain is still ground here to make flour, keeping alive traditional skills. The mill is open from 1 April to 30 October, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. The mill is open Saturdays during school holidays, 2 to 5pm.

End: Broadclyst, grid ref: SX981974

Trail: Cycling

Grade: Easy

Distance: 3 miles (5km)

Time: 1 hour

OS Map: Landranger 192; Explorer 114

Terrain:

A surfaced and gentle route shared with walkers and horse riders through farmland and along quiet country lanes. The cycle route is clearly waymarked through out.